ACMER Leadership Development Program Summer 2027 Internship Application

Location: Washington, D.C.
Program Dates: May-August 2027 (exact dates flexible)
Compensation: $5,000 stipend for living expenses

Job Description

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The American Committee for Middle East Rights Foundation (ACMER Foundation) Leadership Development Program (LDP) Summer 2027 Internship is a paid internship for undergraduate students and young professionals interested in MENA foreign policy and human rights. Over the summer, interns are placed in congressional offices to gain direct insight into the policymaking processes that drive U.S. foreign policy. ACMER Foundation strongly encourages applications from individuals of Middle Eastern and North African descent, as well as those with a demonstrated interest in MENA-related foreign policy, human rights, and national security.

Alongside their placements, LDP interns participate in a mandatory professional development and networking program designed to strengthen leadership skills and expand professional networks. The program aims to equip the next generation of MENA-American leaders with the tools and connections needed to launch careers on Capitol Hill and in the broader policy community.

The priority application deadline is December 1st. All applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Full-time schedules will be prioritized.

Name

First NameLast Name

Email

example@example.com

Phone Number

Format: (000) 000-0000.

Pronouns used

City, State of residence

Congressional district and representatives for your hometown and university/college.

Find your district here: https://www.house.gov/representatives/find-your-representative

Are you a U.S. citizen?

Other

Name of educational institution

Expected graduation year

Academic major/minor(s)

How did you hear about the ACMER Foundation Leadership Development Program?

Have you applied to an ACMER Foundation Leadership Development Program role before?

Other

Why is MENA-American representation in foreign policy and public service important to you? Please state a proposed networking or professional development activity the cohort could participate in to deepen and strengthen MENA-American representation. (175 word maximum)

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What draws you to ACMER Foundation's Leadership Development Program? What are your goals after the program? (150 word maximum)

0/175

What do you consider the most pressing U.S. foreign policy issue of today? How do you suggest we fix it? (150 word maximum)

0/175

Tell us about a project, experience, or initiative that you’re proud of and reflects your commitment to public service or advocacy. (150 word maximum)

0/175

Resume submission (PDF, 2-page maximum)

Please submit a PDF of your resume with the naming conventions Last Name_First Name_ACMER Foundation LDP_Resume.

Reference list submission (2-3 references with name, relationship, email, and phone number)

References should be from professors, managers, mentors, or other professional or educational relationships. Please include at least one reference from a professional experience, and please refrain from listing two references from the same job or organization.

Unofficial transcript submission

ACMER Foundation Leadership Development Program Summer 2027 Internship Application

Basic Information

Application Questions

Optional Demographics Survey